Hiring a Wedding DJ? Ask These Questions Before You Book
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You’ve got your venue, your outfit, your guest list of VIPs—and maybe a few “had to invite” folks. But the real make-or-break?
The DJ.
You can have the most Pinterest-worthy wedding imaginable, but if the music flops, people will dip out before dessert. Before you book the person in charge of keeping the vibes alive, here’s what you should ask to make sure your night hits every beat—and then some.
What kind of wedding experience do you have?
Weddings aren’t just another party.
They’re a delicate dance of emotion, timing, and energy. A good wedding DJ knows how to navigate all of that—from your aisle song to your last call anthem.
At The Station, every DJ we train is taught exactly how to run a wedding timeline without missing a moment. You’re not getting someone guessing their way through the night—you’re getting a pro who’s done this a hundred times (and still makes it feel like the first).
🎤 Ask yourself:
Can they handle the unique flow of a wedding—or are they more suited to Saturday nights at the club?
How do you handle song requests?
Some guests request bangers. Others… not so much.
Your DJ should know how to gracefully take requests while keeping the night on track—and more importantly, they should respect your personal “yes please” and “absolutely not” lists.
We take the time to understand your vibe before the event and make sure our DJs stick to it. That means your night sounds the way you imagined—not like your uncle hijacked the playlist.
🎤 Ask yourself:
Will they keep the music aligned with our taste—or cave to every random request?
Do you provide MC support?
We get this one a lot—and it makes total sense.
A great MC can absolutely shape the night. While we don’t take on full MC duties, we do handle all the essential announcements: introducing the grand entrance (if needed), calling tables for dinner, cueing the first dance, and hyping the dance floor when it’s time to party.
But the true magic of an MC? That comes from someone who knows you.
The one who’s in on the inside jokes, who can shout out your awkward safe grad story or make your cousin cry-laugh during the welcome speech. That’s not something we could ever fake—and we wouldn’t want to. We fully support your chosen MC while keeping the timeline smooth, the energy high, and the transitions seamless behind the scenes.
🎤 Ask yourself:
Will they work in sync with our MC—or will we be left with awkward silences and guesswork?
What’s included in your setup?
Pro sound and lighting should be standard—but you’d be surprised how many DJs show up with tangled wires, busted speakers, or lights that flash like a haunted house.
Ask what they’re bringing, how it’s set up, and if it will blend into your space or stick out like a sore thumb. At The Station, our setups are clean, modern, and professional—we’re not trying to outshine your decor. We’re there to elevate it.
🎤 Ask yourself:
Is their setup adding to the atmosphere—or creating a visual (and audio) headache?
Do we get to meet our DJ before the event?
At The Station, we assign DJs closer to your date, based on availability, personality match, and experience. Unless you specifically request someone, you won’t meet your DJ ahead of time—and that’s by design.
Why? Because no matter who’s behind the booth, you’re getting someone trained under the same values, systems, and standards that every review on our site raves about. It’s consistent. It’s intentional. And it works.
🎤 Ask yourself:
Do I trust the company’s training and consistency—or do I need to vibe-check the DJ first?
How do you decide what to play?
A great DJ doesn’t just bring a playlist—they bring intuition.
They’re constantly watching the room, adjusting the energy, and knowing exactly when to drop the next crowd-puller or slow it down for a breather.
Our DJs are trained to read the room like it’s their job (because it is). They’re not stuck to a preloaded set—they’re dialed in and delivering what your crowd needs, moment to moment.
🎤 Ask yourself:
Will they adapt as the night evolves—or just run through a set list?
What if something goes wrong?
No one wants to think about the worst-case scenario on their wedding day, but your DJ should. Backup gear, emergency plans, contingency support—we’ve got it all lined up before the first song ever plays.
And if life really throws us a curveball? Our crew is ready to step in and keep your party going. No panic. No awkward pauses. Just solutions.
🎤 Ask yourself:
If the unexpected hits, do they have a plan—or do we end up streaming from someone’s phone?
Final Thought: It's Your Party—Ask Like It Matters
This isn’t just a party. It’s your party.
Your people. Your story. Your soundtrack.
So ask the real questions. Don’t settle for vague answers. And make sure you’re booking a DJ team that’s not only equipped to run the night—but to elevate it.
And hey, if you’re looking for a crew that takes this seriously (but still knows how to have fun), you know where to find us.